Colonialism

Colonialism began when Columbus discovered the New World

Colonialism ended when Columbus discovered the New World

Colonialism is a European invention or concept

African and Australian societies requested British aid in securing a more financial future

Colonialism resulted in the discovery of cures for diseases, ecological restoration, and a new found understanding and acceptance of indigenous cultures.

Colonialism promoted countries like Africa’s linguistic, political, and economic uniformity.

Although imperialism and colonialism sound similar, their meanings and actions are opposite of each other.